Accessible City

Getting Around

• Trails

  Explore the city’s outdoor areas. The Rick Hansen Foundation reviewed the following two trail networks and deemed them RHF Accessibility Certified (RHFAC).

  Trans Canada Trail, 45 Lakeshore Drive East: This 4.8 km trail is open all year round, following the route of the former Kettle Valley Railway. It’s a popular route for locals and tourists for biking, walking, running and sightseeing. The scope of the RHFAC includes trail and pathway vehicle access, exterior pathways, exterior stairs and ramps, three public washrooms and signage/wayfinding.  

  Penticton Creek Pathway, 1050 Kensington Street: This trail and pathway is 1.8 km and open year-round. The scope of the RHFAC includes the trail, vehicular access to the trail/pathway, a viewing point, seating areas and information kiosks.

  View a Google map marking both paths, with key points along the way.

• Recreation

  We strive to make recreation available to everyone. The Penticton Community Centre offers accessible programs and has been updated to improve accessibility. For more information, and to learn about the Access Pass which is available to those who have a permanent cognitive or physical disability visit our Accessible Recreation page.

• Parks

  Picnics in the park have never been so accessible. Special picnic tables have been installed in many parks throughout the community - including Skaha Lake Park and Okanagan Lake - that enable individuals in wheelchairs to roll up closer to the table.

  Outdoor fitness equipment at the Skaha Lake Fitness Park also helps those looking for an affordable and accessible workout.

• Beach Access

  Ramps have been installed at Skaha Lake Park and Okanagan Lake to help those using mobility aids to reach the beach from each walkway.

• City Hall & Government

  Older buildings can be an obstacle for those with mobility challenges, but several investments have been made to make City Hall easier to access. This includes a ramp at the front entrance and additional ramps in Council Chambers leading to a lower presentation table and microphone, allowing anyone using a chair or other mobility aid to address their local government officials with dignity.

• Garbage, Recycling & Yard Waste Collection

  If you are unable to move your garbage cart to and from your waste collection point due to physical hardship, you may be eligible for a Cart Exemption.

  This exemption allows you to place your garbage, recycling and yard waste at your designated collection point in a container that you can handle in accordance with individual challenges. For more information, visit the Garbage, Recycling & Yard Waste page.

  If you have further questions, please contact us at 250-490-2500 and we will be happy to explain your options.

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